Understanding how the brain controls metabolism and reproduction
Official title: Neural Substrates Controlling Metabolic and Reproductive State
Funded at University of Nevada Las Vegas · NIH-11082196 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how the brain and metabolism work together in fruit flies to understand how certain brain cells affect sleep and egg production, which could help us learn more about how these processes are connected in living things.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Nevada Las Vegas NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Las Vegas, United States) |
| Project start | July 14, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $36,536 |
| NIH project number | 3R16GM150433-02S1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11082196 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research would include individuals with metabolic disorders or reproductive health concerns.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with unrelated neurological conditions or those not experiencing metabolic or reproductive issues may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationship between the brain and metabolism using a fly model to uncover new neural mechanisms. The project aims to identify specific neurons that regulate metabolic states, particularly during dormancy, and their impact on reproductive output. By examining neurotransmitters and their effects on behaviors like sleep and egg production, the research seeks to clarify how metabolic and reproductive processes are interconnected. This could provide insights into the biochemical factors influencing these states.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new strategies for managing metabolic and reproductive health issues in humans.
How similar studies have gone: While the specific approach of using a fly model to study these neural substrates is novel, similar research has shown promising results in understanding metabolic regulation.
Where this research is happening
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University of Nevada Las Vegas
Las Vegas, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Meiselman, Matthew Ramiah — University of Nevada Las Vegas
- Study coordinator: Meiselman, Matthew Ramiah
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.